In the midst of a global technical glitch caused by a bug in the CrowdStrike antivirus update, Intel unexpectedly launches a poll about their preferred computer era, causing mixed reactions from users.
Technological paradox
Untimely Intel survey
While the global community is struggling with the consequences of a large-scale technical failure caused by an incorrect update of the CrowdStrike antivirus software, Intel decided to conduct an unexpected survey among users.
Survey content
On the official British account of the processor manufacturer on the social network Twitter (X), a message appeared, inviting users to choose their favorite computer era. Response options included 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, and current decade.
User reaction
The publication caused a mixed reaction online, given its timing. Commentators showed a fair amount of sarcasm: one of them noted that “definitely not 2024,” while another suggested the option “CrowdStrike era.” Despite this, the poll continues to gain votes, with the 2020s option currently leading.
Scope of the problem
The CrowdStrike antivirus outage affected IT systems around the world, including Ukraine, where users reported problems with monobank and Nova Poshta services and interruptions in the Vodafone network. The global impact includes the cancellation of about 1,100 flights and, according to CNN, major disruptions to airports. In addition, there are disruptions to train stations, banks, television and hospitals, and disruptions to emergency services and the 911 system have been reported in the US.
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- CrowdStrike is a cybersecurity company providing endpoint protection services.
- Intel is an American corporation, the world's largest manufacturer of microprocessors.
- Twitter (X) is a social network for public messaging, recently renamed X.
- CNN - Cable News Network , an American cable television channel.
- Vodafone is a British telecommunications company, one of the world's largest cellular operators.
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In the midst of a massive IT outage caused by a bug in an update to its CrowdStrike antivirus, Intel unexpectedly launched a 'favorite computing era' poll on its official UK Twitter page (X), causing mixed reactions from users.
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Olivia
Have you guys seen this survey from Intel? They ask about their favorite computer era right during a global outage! 😅 I think it's a little inappropriate right now.
Hans
Yeah, Olivia, their timing is clearly off! 😂 But to be honest, I would choose the 2000s. Back then, the Internet was just taking off, and there were so many new opportunities. And you?
Sophie
Hans, I agree! The 2000s were awesome. But now it’s also interesting - AI, VR, so many new things. Although, after today’s failure of CrowdStrike, it’s somehow scary to see such progress 😰
Giovanni
Eh, young people... All these new technologies only make life more difficult. It was better before - no crashes, viruses, hackers. I sat at my computer and didn’t know grief.
Emilia
Giovanni, don't be such a grump! 😄 Technologies make our lives more convenient. Yes, sometimes there are failures, but this is the price of progress. Imagine how many opportunities we have now thanks to computers and the Internet!
Pierre
But I’m thinking, maybe Intel specifically chose this moment for the survey? 🤔 A great way to attract attention and defuse the situation a little during a crisis. Smart marketing move!
Olivia
Pierre, interesting idea! Although this is risky - they may be accused of insensitivity. By the way, does anyone know how long this outage might last? I heard that even emergency services in the USA were affected 😱
Hans
Olivia, there is no exact information, but there are rumors that CrowdStrike specialists are working on a fix 24/7. I hope everything gets better soon. In the meantime, let's continue discussing the computer era - it's more fun than panicking! 😊